Sustainable Farming, Climate Change, and Innovation

Climate change is increasingly impacting many aspects of our daily lives, and we know it’s a top-of-mind concern for Canadians. It’s a big deal for farmers too, as they’re on the front line of our environment every day, and they know first-hand how important healthy soil, air, and water are to growing plentiful crops, and raising healthy livestock in a sustainable way. They’re also among the first to experience, and adapt to our changing climate, from more frequent extreme weather events, to dealing with drought and disease. That’s why, now more than ever, sustainable farming is a key focus on farms of all types, sizes, and styles. This pathway includes environmental, social, and economic sustainability, and farmers more than ever are making all three priorities their farm businesses, for the next generation of farmers, and for the future of the world as a whole through their practices and the adoption of innovation. For example, many of them are following in the footsteps of their parents or grandparents who farmed the same land before them, and are now committed to making sure their children can continue to farm that land for decades to come.